Rose Riordan

In great sadness we announce the passing of our loving wife, dear mother, nana, and friend. Rose passed away peacefully August 27 at the Nicola Valley Hospital. She is survived by her loving husband Mike and her children: Helen, Joseph Thomas, Maureen, Kevin, and Cathy-Ann, as well as, her many grandchildren Nicole, Andrew, Duane, Brian, Warner, Chelsea, Shelby, Clayton, Carly and great granddaughter Hanna, as well as, her brothers and sisters: Peter, Mary Francis, Veronica, and Thomas McDonagh. Predeceased by her mother and father Helen and Thomas McDonagh, brother John and grandson Christopher.

Rose was born in Blackburn, Scotland, but lived her many years in British Columbia.

Rose enjoyed her knitting and painting, as well as, being an active participant in the Catholic church and the Catholic Women’s League. Rose will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Prayers will be held Thursday, August 30, 2007, 7 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Church with the funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. Friday, August 31, 2007 at the Sacred Heart Church.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.